Insurance Litigator - 12 month contract

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Insurance Company is seeking a Senior Claims Counsel for a 12-month contract in London. The role involves advising on coverage, strategy, and litigation throughout the claim lifecycle, collaborating with claims teams globally. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors with at least 6 years of experience in insurance law, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• At least 6 PQE.
• Minimum five years of experience in insurance coverage advisory and dispute resolution.
• Marine experience is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with claims teams on claims handling and coverage analysis.
• Provide legal advice and drafting support to claims adjusters.
• Oversee insurance litigation and manage e-discovery processes.

Skills

Legal skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Solutions-oriented approach

Education

Solicitor qualified in England & Wales or similar jurisdiction

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Posted:

25.05.2025

Expiry Date:

09.07.2025

Job Description:

A leading Insurance Company is looking to appoint a Senior Claims Counsel in London on a 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market leader and contribute to the legal team's success.

The successful candidate will work across Claims and Legal teams to advise on coverage, strategy, and litigation throughout the lifecycle of a claim. You will collaborate across all lines of business and jurisdictions, supporting claims teams globally.

Core duties and responsibilities:

• Collaborate with claims teams on claims handling, coverage analysis, and strategy for contentious claims to settlement and recoveries.
• Support claims and underwriting in loss mitigation and pre-claim solutions in bespoke lines of business.
• Provide legal advice and drafting support to claims adjusters, including coverage investigations, policy responses, and negotiations.
• Oversee insurance litigation and manage e-discovery processes.

You should be a solicitor qualified in England & Wales, the United States, or similar jurisdiction, with at least 6 PQE. You need excellent legal skills and at least five years of experience in insurance coverage advisory and dispute resolution. Marine experience is a plus but not essential. Strong relationship-building, communication skills, and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach are crucial. You should thrive in a fast-paced, independent, yet collaborative environment, with flexibility and a proactive attitude to support multidisciplinary teams.

If interested, please get in touch!